Project Estimator

Responsibilities

• Determine costs, appropriate product selection, product application, benefits and drawbacks of a project and create documentation to support mutually beneficial decisions.
• Analyze project documentation: review plans, blueprints, bills of quantities, schedules, and other documents or software to estimate costs.
• Research and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best prices and quotes.
• Determine project timeline by considering material pricing, budgets, quotes, and potential setbacks.
• Assess risk by identifying and communicating potential financial or logistical issues and tracking variations to plans.
• Prepare bids: respond to requests for quotes, prepare and submit proposals, technical documents, and submittal data for projects.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal staff to gather data and provide information efficiently.
• Market the company and seek future opportunities to grow business.
• Meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Utilize various commercial, ductless, unitary software, web tools, and manufacturer web tools.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of two years related experience and/or training in the HVAC/R industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of current construction standards.
• Adept at reading equipment schedules and mechanical blueprints, performing print take‑offs, and job estimating.

Job ID: 215